Because You Loved Me: The perfect uplifting read for 2023 from Beth Moran, author of Let It Snow

Book Synopsis: Marion Miller needs a fresh start. Her childhood in Northern Ireland wasn’t easy, with a father who passed away when she was young and a mother who got lost in grief. Now grown-up and with family relations as tense as ever, Marion heads to England, to find out the truth about her father’s mysterious past – and hopefully an extended family who will love her as much as he did.

Scarlett Obermann runs a holiday park in Sherwood Forest with her daughter Grace, but what’s she's best at is making people feel like they belong. With her merry band of waifs and strays, Scarlett welcomes Marion with open arms, and it isn’t long before Marion finally understands what it means to find a home. As she tries to uncover her father’s story, Marion slowly blossoms, even daring to indulge in her crush on Reuben, the son of the Lord of the Manor, but she hasn’t quite out-run her past. And as Scarlett faces her own tragedy, it’s Marion’s turn to take care of everyone.

Because you can’t choose your family, but you can make your friends the family you choose. Top Ten Bestselling author Beth Moran writes novels with heart. Uplifting and heart-warming, it’s impossible not to fall in love with a Beth Moran story. Perfect for all fans of Jill Mansell, Julie Houston, and Jenny Colgan.

What readers say about Beth Moran:

• ‘A beautifully written story with layers to the plot that makes it exciting and engaging throughout. Definitely going on my “Favourites” shelf!’
• ‘This was my first read of Beth’s, and I have now downloaded a further 3! What a lovely story with characters that you can believe in and is very well written and a great storyline. Can’t wait to read more.’
• ‘I love Beth Moran because she writes so honestly about people with real life challenges whilst still weaving a gentle romance. Settle down with a cuppa and enjoy!’
• ‘I couldn’t put this down, such a genuinely lovely book. Off to find others by the author! Can highly recommend.’
• ‘It has a real heart which shines through the pages and a great message of finding yourself and being happy with who you are. I really enjoyed it.’

This novel was first published as Making Marion.